Serving 769 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Monte Vista Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 769 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Monte Vista Elementary serves the eastern part of Murrieta, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monte Vista Elementary School's student population of 769 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
769 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Monte Vista Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Monte Vista Elementary School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3691 out of 9523 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
12%
Hispanic
45%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
29%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monte Vista Elementary School's ranking?
Monte Vista Elementary School is ranked #3691 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Monte Vista Elementary School often compared to?
Monte Vista Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alta Murrieta Elementary School, Alamos Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Monte Vista Elementary School?
769 students attend Monte Vista Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Monte Vista Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monte Vista Elementary School?
Monte Vista Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Monte Vista Elementary School offer ?
Monte Vista Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Monte Vista Elementary School part of?
Monte Vista Elementary School is part of Murrieta Valley Unified School District.
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